Post by Observer Research Foundation Middle East

Riyadh signed the Board of Peace charter in early 2026, even as it maintains that real peace requires a Palestinian state. In our latest Expert Speaks, Xavier Guignard examines why Riyadh chose to participate in a US-led initiative despite its institutional ambiguities, what it means for Riyadh's regional strategy, and how it reflects the Kingdom's evolving diplomatic priorities. Read here: https://lnkd.in/gdnhaCin The article is a part of Observer Research Foundation Middle East Special Report, ‘Whither the Board of Peace? Perspectives from Washington and the Gulf’. Read via link in the comments! #SaudiArabia #BoardOfPeace #MiddleEast #Diplomacy #Geopolitics #Security